NASA’s TESS detected interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS weeks before official discovery—and caught it in action
The satellite’s archival data indicates that the object in our solar system, two months before it was found, was clearly active and moving through space.
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NASA’s Chandra observed the violent internal conflict of a star before it exploded into a supernova
One of the most studied events in space, the Cassiopeia A supernova has much more to reveal about its past, as indicated by recent research.
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NASA discovers rocky lumps in the Mars mantle, evidence of a violent past with impacts and quakes
The space agency found the aftermath of massive impacts beneath the planet’s surface using the recordings of the InSight lander.
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NASA’s new SPHEREx mission makes historic observation of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS
The data could provide new insights into the comet’s chemical makeup and physical features as it zooms through our system.
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NASA and SpaceX launch 33rd commercial resupply mission to International Space Station
On Sunday morning, August 24, at 2:45 a.m. ET, SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Florida’s Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
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NASA’s Perseverance rover investigating Mars’ megaripples makes fascinating discovery
The Perseverance rover is now studying the modern effects of wind and water on Mars, beginning with a key investigation of wind-formed megaripples at 'Kerrlaguna.'
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NASA’s Psyche captures stunning images of Earth and Moon from 180 million miles away
Taken from July 20 to 23, the images show our celestial neighbors as brilliant, sparkling points of light, set against the backdrop of the constellation Aries.
Aug 21, 2025
NASA's Parker Solar Probe confirms long-held theories about magnetic reconnection on the Sun
In a new study, the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) used data from the probe's September 2022 flyby, when it flew directly through a massive solar eruption.
Aug 19, 2025
NASA's IXPE reveals 'heartbeat black hole' data that challenges current scientific theories
The X-ray polarization mission has uncovered a surprising new detail about the 'heartbeat black hole' designated IGR J17091-3624.
Aug 15, 2025
NASA's Lucy mission could add new asteroid target with simple course correction
In a recent paper, scientists proposed that a minor course correction could allow the probe to execute an extra flyby of a small, undiscovered asteroid.
Aug 13, 2025
NASA's Artemis II Orion spacecraft advances in launch preparations at Kennedy Space Center
After weeks of preparation, the Orion capsule has been fully fueled and loaded with propellants, gases, and coolants required for its ten-day mission.
Aug 12, 2025
NASA's Hubble captures stunning image of Tarantula Nebula, brightest star-forming region in local universe
Astronomers have long been captivated by this stellar nursery, which was discovered to be in the Large Magellanic Cloud near our Milky Way.
Aug 11, 2025
NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope captures sharpest-ever picture of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS
The comet poses no threat to Earth and is being studied by several NASA missions to better understand its physical properties.
Aug 10, 2025
NASA planning to build a 100 kilowatt nuclear reactor on the moon by 2030
The directive establishes an aggressive new timeline, aiming to launch a lunar reactor by 2030 despite NASA's significant budget cuts.
Aug 8, 2025
NASA and SpaceX delay Crew-10's return due to unfavorable weather conditions
With a new undocking time of no earlier than 6:05 p.m. EDT on Friday, August 8, the crew is now slated to return to Earth on Saturday, August 9.
Aug 7, 2025
NASA's Europa Clipper successfully completes critical radar test for Jupiter's moon Europa: 'We got everything we dreamed'
Scientists announced the instrument is ready for its primary mission after a successful test, which had been impossible to carry out on Earth.
Aug 6, 2025
NASA demonstrates how satellite view of Earth's night lights reveals humanity in motion
NASA's 'night lights' imagery is captured by specialized sensors, like the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS).
Aug 6, 2025
NASA's Lunar Trailblazer mission concludes after failed communication
Launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center on February 26, the spacecraft was tasked with creating detailed maps of lunar water.
Aug 5, 2025
NASA's Curiosity has learned four new tricks to boost efficiency after 13 years exploring Mars
These enhancements ensure that Curiosity's mission to uncover the secrets of Mars' past climate continues for years to come.
Aug 5, 2025
NASA engineers successfully install extremely strong ‘sunblock’ shield on Roman Space Telescope
The Lower Instrument Sun Shade protects the telescope’s sensitive instruments from the Sun’s heat and light so it can capture faint infrared signals from deep space.
Aug 1, 2025